AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoChild Abuse Trial: A man is on trial in Finland accused of sexually abusing 361 children aged 9–15 via social media, including Snapchat, between 2019 and 2022; prosecutors say thousands of images and videos were found on his phone, and he partly admitted to the offences. Civil Society Funding: Former President Tarja Halonen warns that cuts to NGO funding under the STEA grant rule changes could “shatter” Finland’s social and health charities, with about €80m less next year. Defence Industry: Patria has completed assembly of Finland’s first F135 engine for the F-35 programme, a step meant to strengthen security of supply and NATO’s northern capability. Air Travel: Tallinn Airport set an all-time August passenger record with nearly 390,000 travellers, up 16% year-on-year, driven largely by Wizz Air’s rapid route expansion. Wildlife Trade Online: University of Helsinki-led research warns illegal wildlife trafficking is increasingly driven by social media platforms, threatening thousands of species. Work and Sleep: A University of Helsinki study links being a “night owl” to worse work-life balance and higher symptoms of depression and anxiety.
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